Register Today! Join us for the 6th Annual Live Brave 5K and 1 Mile Run — a high-energy community event benefiting youth eating disorder prevention and recovery programs. Set in beautiful Woodbury, this event brings together runners, walkers, families, and supporters of all ages and abilities. Whether you're racing for a personal best or walking alongside friends, you’ll experience the excitement, encouragement, and purpose that make Live Brave so special. After you cross the finish line, stick around for: Finish line food and refreshments Sponsor booths and demonstrations Music and entertainment from DJ Ray Mills Awards and prizes Kids 12 and under run FREE in the 1 Mile event — so gather the whole family for a morning of movement, connection, and fun! Our Mission Live Brave exists to bring our community together in support of youth mental health, with a specific focus on eating disorder prevention and recovery. In 2026, we are proud to partner exclusively with the WithAll Organization , a nonprofit dedicated to providing critical education, prevention resources, and recovery support to individuals and families affected by eating disorders. We have been donating to WithAll since the race's inception in 2021. Participants register and donate via the Live Brave Fund, part of the Woodbury Community Foundation. After covering the costs of producing the event, net proceeds are distributed to the WithAll Organization. When you register, you’re not just signing up for a race — you’re helping create a stronger, more supported future for young people in our community. Let’s move with purpose. Let’s Live Brave. Race Details Saturday, August 8th, 2026 Colby Lake Park, 9715 Valley Creek Road, Woodbury, MN 55125 USATF Certified Courses. Gun AND Chip Timing used. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Live Brave 5K 8:30 am Start ARRIVE BY 7:45 AM Live Brave 1 Mile 10:00 am Start ARRIVE BY 9:15 AM Competitive Wave: 10:00 am Start Males: 5:30 min/mile or faster (predicted finish time)
2025 Live Brave Award Information 5k and 1 Mile Awards will be at approximately at 10:40 am (awards will be mailed if needed). Awards are given for BOTH the 5K and 1 Mile events. Course Record Awards Course Record Male and Female: $250 Cash 5K Course Records: Male - Aaron Easker -15:24.91 (2022) Female - Meghan Roth - 18:45.38 (2021) 1 Mile Course Records: Male - Daniel Docherty - 4:21.50 (2023) Female - Heather Kampf - 4:41.93 (2024) Top Finisher Awards: 5K and 1 Mile 1st Place Male & Femal
Submit your application for complimentary entry into the Live Brave 1 Mile Event. Elite Open, Masters and Grandmasters can apply for a comp entry into Live Brave 1 Mile by filling out this application . Live Brave 1 mile will take 10 male and 10 female athletes. Deadline for submissions is August 3rd.
5K: T-Shirt
1 Miles: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $30.00 | Apr 30 | Jun 15 |
| $35.00 | Jun 15 | Aug 7 | |
| 1 Miles | $30.00 | Apr 30 | Jun 15 |
| $35.00 | Jun 15 | Aug 7 | |
| 0.5 Miles | $0.00 | May 9 | Aug 13 |
There are three main parking areas at our Live Brave Event Site. Please refer to the map. We recommend parking at Valley Crossing Elementary School. From there it is a short walk to our main race site. The other lots off of the Valley Creek Road entrance will fill fast.
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 100 | 8:42 | 4:25 |
| 2024 | 82 | 7:55 | 4:24 |
| 2023 | 150 | 6:36 | 4:22 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 219 | 31:42 | 17:12 |
| 2024 | 240 | 28:57 | 16:36 |
| 2023 |
Interested in this race?
We highly encourage you to pick up your bib, shirt and swag bag prior to race day! Packet Pickup will be at the TC Running Store : 779 Bielenberg Dr., Woodbury, MN 55125. (651) 202-3992 Thursday, August 6th from 4-7 pm Friday, August 7th from 4-7 pm Thank you to TC Running Co in Woodbury for hosting our packet pickup again! RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP OPENS AT 7:15 AM.
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| 28:43 |
| 15:35 |